Job Details

Title - Lead Hands - Electrical (Licensed)

Location - Charlotte, NC

Hours - AM Shift

Pay Rate - $80,000

Job Summary:

The Electrical Lead Hand is responsible for leading, organizing, and supervising shop floor employees to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to quality and safety standards. This position ensures tasks are performed in sequence according to the production schedule while providing technical expertise and troubleshooting support. Additionally, the Lead Hand is responsible for daily progress reporting, attendance verification, and recommending personnel actions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, organize, and supervise shop floor employees, ensuring all employees remain productive.

• Follow the production schedule and execute tasks in the defined sequence as outlined by supervisors.

• Ensure that the latest electrical schematics and wiring diagrams are used for assembly and confirm that all shop floor employees are following the same documents.

• Adhere to AVL quality standards and customer requirements throughout the electrical assembly process.

• Maintain clean and organized workstations for all employees.

• Verify shop floor attendance on a daily basis and report any discrepancies.

• Provide daily progress updates to the supervisor.

• Identify and recommend personnel actions such as hiring, termination, and promotions, while identifying employee talents.

• Provide technical expertise on the floor, assisting with troubleshooting electrical assembly issues when necessary.

• Seek clarification from supervisors or electrical engineers when uncertain instead of making assumptions.

• Conduct hands-on electrical assembly work when required to meet production deadlines.

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA regulations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Inspiring Leadership – Motivates and guides team members toward shared goals while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

• Delegation & Accountability – Assigns tasks based on team strengths, ensuring efficiency and responsibility.

• Team Building – Strengthens team cohesion through collaboration, trust, and engagement strategies.

• Effective Communication – Clearly conveys information, expectations, and feedback to ensure alignment and understanding.

• Conflict Resolution & Mediation – Identifies and resolves conflicts professionally, fostering a productive and respectful workplace.

• Time Management & Prioritization – Efficiently balances tasks and deadlines to maximize productivity.

• Performance Evaluation & Feedback – Establishes clear expectations, tracks progress, and provides constructive feedback.

• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving – Analyzes data, evaluates risks, and makes informed decisions to drive operational success.

• Coaching, Mentorship & Training – Supports employees’ professional growth through structured training and ongoing mentorship.

• Employee Engagement & Motivation – Creates an environment where employees feel valued, recognized, and driven to perform their best.

• Change Management & Adaptability – Leads teams through organizational changes while maintaining morale and efficiency.

• Organizational & Process Optimization – Implements structured workflows and process improvements to enhance productivity.

Additional Requirements:

• Must hold a valid North Carolina Electrical Contractor's License or Journeyman Electrician License issued by the NC State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors.

• Minimum 5 years experience in an industrial or commercial environment.

• Demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of OSHA.

• Understand how this position impacts the quality of products and services our customers provide.

• Produce quality work (on-spec., on time, on a budget).

• Participate proactively in the continuous improvement process.

• Be self-motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task.

• Work well within a team environment.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Maintain a professional, clean and safe work area.

• Ability to travel in North America with a valid passport.